4-Methoxy-alpha-methyl-N-(phenylmethyl)benzeneethanamine

It also appears as a general organic chemical, catalyst, and fine chemical intermediate for various applications, including agrochemicals and flavors/fragrances, though its main value lies in pharmaceutical synthesis. 4-Methoxy-alpha-methyl-N-(phenylmethyl)benzeneethanamine is used mainly as a key chemical intermediate in synthesizing important pharmaceuticals, notably Formoterol, a bronchodilator for asthma/COPD, and as a potential agent in developing treatments for ADHD or narcolepsy due to its stimulant properties.

API Name Formoterol
CAS No 43229-65-8
Molecular Formula C17H21NO
Molecular Weight 255.35 g/mol
Synonyms N-benzyl-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)propan-2-amine